- Agency
- https://www.usajobs.gov/job/704311900#agency-modal-trigger
- Location
- Klamath Falls, OR.
- Job Category
- Full time Positions
- Salary
- $98,496 - $128,043 per year
- Start Date
- 04/16/2023
- Last Date to Apply
- 02/16/2023
- Website
- https://www.usajobs.gov/job/704311900
- Description
- Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on his or her expertise as a Interdisciplinary (Science Advisor)-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment. The primary duties of this position are: Serves as a technical expert on structured decision-making (SDM) models and other collaborative science approaches to Klamath Basin Area Office (KBAO) operations. Advises the Deputy Manager for Operations and Resources on Klamath Project operations by recommending factual, science-based, and interdisciplinary solutions to fisheries, environmental, and water operations problems. Represents the Area Office on scientific committees and collaborates extensively with stakeholders on science proposals and initiatives addressing the Klamath Project. Collaborates with other scientific experts both within and outside Reclamation to develop and maintain models used in the structured decision-making (SDM) process, such as surface water models; instream habitat models; salmon disease models; Upper Klamath Lake water quality models; and fisheries lifecycle models. Investigates opportunities for new or advanced modeling platforms to better inform or evaluate management decisions related to project operations and associated fisheries and habitat issues. Provides guidance in performing physical habitat analyses (reservoir and river processes) and other analytical modeling to assess habitat quality, suitability, and impacts to fish species that advance Klamath. - Project operations and restore endangered species and aquatic habitats. Conducts multi-agency interdisciplinary coordination to integrate large and complex water and environmental projects.
- Qualifications
- This is an interdisciplinary position. Position may be filled by: 0401, BIOLOGIST or 1301, PHYSICAL SCIENTIST You may be required to serve an initial probationary period. Reclamation has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for telework and you may be allowed to telework with supervisory approval. BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT FOR 0401, BIOLOGIST: Applicants must meet A or B below to satisfy the basic education requirement for Biologist, all grade levels. A. Degree in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position. B. Combination of education and experience--courses equivalent to a major, as shown in A above (24 semester hours or the equivalent in biological sciences, agriculture, natural resource management, chemistry, or related disciplines appropriate to the position), plus appropriate experience and/or additional education for a total of 4 years. The education or combined education and experience must be comparable in type, scope and thoroughness to that acquired through successful completion of a 4-year course of study as described in "A" above. BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENT FOR 1301, PHYSICAL SCIENTIST: Applicants must meet A or B below to satisfy the basic education requirement for Physical Scientist, all grade levels A. Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours or the equivalent in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. B. A combination of education and experience--education equivalent to one of the majors shown in "A" above (24 semester hours or the equivalent in physical science, engineering, or mathematics) that included at least 24 semester hours or the equivalent in physical science and/ or related engineering science as described above, plus appropriate experience and/or additional education for a total of 4 years. The education or combined education and experience must be comparable in type, scope and thoroughness to that acquired through successful completion of a 4-year course of study as described in "A" above. For GS-13: In addition to the basic education requirement as stated above, applicants must meet the following to qualify for the GS-13 level: One year of appropriate professional experience that is in or directly related to the duties of the position to be filled is qualifying if it is equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal service, and if it equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Examples of such experience may include planning, executing and reporting on original physical science or biological studies or ongoing studies requiring a fresh approach to resolve new problems. Experience in fisheries science and hydrology .Experience wit interpretations of controversial statutes like Endangered Species Act (ESA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Experience in managing the budget of a multi-year scientific research project. And experience in writing and managing federal grant proposals and funding. ( This is not all inclusive) Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Applicants will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. If selected, the selectee will be required to provide official college transcripts to verify educational qualifications. An official transcript must be sent directly from the University's Registrar's office and must be provided from the institution awarding the degree. Academic transcripts certified by notary publics are NOT official. Official transcripts must be submitted prior to reporting to work as a condition of employment. Failure to submit official transcripts may be grounds for dismissal or rescission of the job offer. If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a recruitment or relocation incentive. The decision to offer an incentive will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: Recruitment Incentive or Relocation Incentive. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) expenses may authorized with the exception of the Guaranteed Home Sale Provision or first-post-of-duty relocation expenses are authorized, as applicable. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), signed into law December 2017, suspends the moving expense deduction and the exclusion from income of qualified employer reimbursements of moving expenses that was allowed under previous tax laws. Employer reimbursements for moving costs are now generally taxed at the same rate as ordinary income. If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may be offered a Student Loan Repayment Benefit (SLRB). The decision to offer an SLRB will be made on a case-by-case basis and is neither promised nor guaranteed. For information visit: SLRB Program.If otherwise eligible and qualified, you may request consideration for a Superior Qualifications Appointment. For information, visit: OPM Fact Sheet. Related non-Federal experience or related experience as retired members of the uniformed services may be credited towards computing entitlement to leave accrual, at managerial discretion, providing that experience meets certain criteria. This provision allows new employees to earn annual leave at a higher rate than would otherwise be allowed. (5 Code of Federal Regulations, 630). For additional information, please visit: Creditable Service for Annual Leave. Please utilize the USAJOBS website to apply.
- Contact Person
- Chris Beck
- Contact eMail
- cbeck@usbor.gov
